Title: Laboratory Technician (Shifts)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Location: Grangemouth
Salary: Dependent on skills, qualifications and experience
Contract type: PAYE Agency (Maternity Cover)
We currently have two temporary vacancies for Laboratory Shift Technicians at our Grangemouth laboratory. The post holder will provide a depth of knowledge and understanding in a particular field to enhance the technical and analytical laboratory service to the site and associated businesses. The post holder will identify improvements and implement solutions to laboratory working practices and procedures, in combination with the ability to plan and prioritise daily workload.
Key Accountabilities
* Organise and prioritise analyses to provide prompt and accurate testing of routine and non-routine samples to the required standards of quality, cost and safety.
* Report results through LIMS, correlate reports and ability to interpret data.
* Contribute to the review of selected methods/operating instructions, updating as required.
* Maintain equipment and performance‑monitoring checks, ensuring accurate records are documented for audit purposes. Monitor and investigate any anomalies.
* Ensure all quality and HSE records are kept meeting laboratory services needs and those of company initiatives and statutory responsibilities e.g. CoQ, UKETS & SEPA.
* Carry out unplanned and preventative maintenance on Lab and at‑line equipment.
* Aware of cost implications and minimise waste.
* Contribute effectively to the team, meeting both team and personal objectives as set.
About You
* Be educated to HNC/Degree level in a Chemistry related discipline with previous experience in a similar role.
* Have working knowledge of a wide range of analytical techniques.
* Knowledge and experience using various IT packages to assist with reporting of analytical data.
* Works well within a team environment whilst being able to work individually.
* Effective decision making skills.
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during application, assessment and on‑boarding stages.
If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact opportunities.uk@ineos.com.
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